Michael Phelps: Pot Statement

Michael Phelps has admitted that the bong photo is legitimate.

Statement:

In a statement released to The Associated Press, the swimmer who won a record eight gold medals at the Beijing Games conceded the authenticity of the exclusive picture published Sunday by the tabloid News of the World.

Phelps said: "I engaged in behavior which was regrettable and demonstrated bad judgment. I'm 23 years old and despite the successes I've had in the pool, I acted in a youthful and inappropriate way, not in a manner people have come to expect from me. For this, I am sorry. I promise my fans and the public it will not happen again."

This statement may express Phelps' feelings, but these certainly aren't Phelps' own words.

Statements like these don't often come from the individual. They come from lawyers, agents, and handlers.

I believe Phelps' promise that "it will not happen again." He won't smoke pot again around people he doesn't know well and doesn't trust.
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